How to make impressive 3D paper snowflakes in 5 easy steps

• 3D paper snowflakes are surprisingly easy to make.• Just accordion-fold the paper first before cutting a pattern.

• Then carefully unfold and tape the edges together.

Nearly everyone has made paper snowflakes before — but this 3D take on the holiday craft classic is next level. A friend of mine taught me how to make these accordion-style paper snowflakes years ago, and, ever since, it has been an annual holiday craft tradition in my household.

Voila! You’ve (hopefully) just made a super-cool paper snowflake. As we said earlier, practice makes perfect with these guys. Keep experimenting with different patterns and paper sizes — you can make miniature snowflakes for decorating a Christmas tree or your office desk, or you can make giant ones and hang them in windows for a festive flair.